Revolutionary Technologies, Products Unveiled at
Industry-Leading Event
EXETER, NH,
Oct. 24, 2013 /CNW/ - Bauer
Performance Sports Ltd. ("BPS" or the "Company") recently concluded
its annual industry-leading BauerWorld event, during which it
unveiled its next-generation of revolutionary technologies and
product innovations for the multiple sports across its high
performance platform.
For the first time, this year's showcase was expanded beyond
hockey to include all of the brands across the BPS platform: BAUER
(ice hockey and roller hockey), MISSION (roller hockey), MAVERIK
and CASCADE (lacrosse), COMBAT (baseball and softball), and INARIA
(soccer). Key retail partners across these sports were
provided with the advance opportunity to see - and try - products
that will be available at retail beginning spring 2014.
In addition, attendees were able to speak firsthand with several
of the Company's key product developers and designers to receive an
in-depth explanation of the extensive R&D programs that created
the advanced technologies featured in upcoming product lines.
"With more than 600 attendees from around the globe, BauerWorld
2014 was the largest and most expansive yet," said Kevin Davis, President and CEO of BPS.
"This year we provided our partners with more than a chance to try
the latest products and learn from our experts. We also
provided a behind-the-scenes look into our performance sports
platform to showcase our commitment to R&D and engineering
excellence, which demonstrated to our long-standing partners and
those new to our family exactly how we continue to create
innovative products year after year."
The highlight of the week-long event was the
introduction of Bauer Hockey's
Back-to-Hockey '14 product line up. Bauer Hockey unveiled new revolutionary
technologies and its latest product advancements, including
FLEXORB, 37.5TM technology, the BAUER SUPREME TOTALONE
MX3 skate and the BAUER NEXUS 8000 skate.
Highlights of Bauer Hockey's
Back-to-Hockey '14 product line up include:
BAUER SUPREME SKATE LINE: Led by the BAUER SUPREME
TOTALONE MX3, the new BAUER SUPREME line of skates continues to
deliver new levels of skating efficiency with its light weight,
anatomical fit and next-generation range of motion
technologies. The BAUER SUPREME TOTALONE MX3 features a new
FREE-FLEX tendon guard that allows for the maximum range of motion
and a new injected one-piece stability lacing system designed for a
BAUER SUPREME fit. It also has a 3FLEX TONGUE with
CURV® composite inserts that let a player customize the
flex and performance of the skate. Like a springboard, the
CURV composite inserts respond as a player skates forward.
The top five new BAUER SUPREME skates feature the TUUK LIGHTSPEED
EDGE HOLDER that allows players to change out broken or dull steel
in seconds.
BAUER NEXUS SKATE LINE: The new BAUER NEXUS skate line
combines state-of-the-art technologies with an authentic look and
feel. The elite BAUER NEXUS 8000 features a new CURV composite
quarter package and a three-piece felt tongue with a high-density
metatarsal guard. Its HYDRAMAX 2 liner delivers ultimate
comfort and abrasion protection. The top four BAUER NEXUS
skates feature the TUUK LIGHTSPEED EDGE HOLDER that allows players
to change out broken or dull steel in seconds.
BAUER RE-AKT 100 HELMET:
Available in stores this summer, this revolutionary helmet delivers
next-generation protection and enhanced impact management. The
RE-AKT 100 features the new SUSPEND-TECH 2 liner system with
FLEXORB for superior impact absorption and better rotational
management. SEVEN+ embedded in VTX Technology provides optimal
impact management for both high and low linear energy impacts.
NEW FULL LINE OF PERFORMANCE APPAREL: Bauer Hockey unveiled several new lines of
apparel, including the first launch of its off-ice training apparel
and women-specific base layer, as well as next-generation
protective and base layer apparel. This new full line of
performance apparel is led by the introduction of FLEXORB and 37.5,
which deliver exclusive revolutionary technologies that advance
player performance and protection. FLEXORB offers exceptional
protective properties and flexibility and will debut in
Bauer Hockey's latest line of
protective base layer. FLEXORB is strategically placed in
vulnerable areas, such as the clavicle or lower rib area, to
complement other equipment. Apparel with 37.5 technology, a
state-of-the-art moisture management innovation, uses body heat to
quickly evaporate water away from an athlete, allowing him or her
to dry up to six times faster. 37.5 technology will debut
across Bauer Hockey's new elite
performance apparel line, as well as in certain protective
equipment.
BAUER NEXUS STICK LINE: The new BAUER NEXUS stick line,
with its TRU mid-kick flex, is ideal for the player looking for a
balanced feel with a quick, effortless release. The BAUER
NEXUS 8000 stick features a new POWER SENSE CORE blade that
maximizes power and puck feel while enhancing balance and
stability. It also includes a PURE SHOT blade profile that
reduces the amount of blade deflection - the twisting or opening of
the blade while shooting - improving blade control and
accuracy. For added durability, the BAUER NEXUS 8000 includes
eLASTech Technology, a proprietary resin system that reinforces
composite materials and reduces the spread of micro-fractures.
ABOUT BAUER PERFORMANCE SPORTS LTD.
Bauer Performance Sports Ltd. is a leading developer and
manufacturer of ice hockey, roller hockey, lacrosse, baseball and
softball equipment as well as related apparel. The Company has the
most recognized and strongest brand in the ice hockey equipment
industry, and holds the top market share position in both ice and
roller hockey. Its products are marketed under the BAUER,
MISSION, MAVERIK, CASCADE, INARIA and COMBAT brand names and are
distributed by sales representatives and independent distributors
throughout the world. Bauer Performance Sports is focused on
building its leadership position and growing market share in all
product categories through continued innovation at every
level.
SOURCE Bauer Performance Sports Ltd.